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I've owned my new SLK 350 for about 2 weeks now. What a thrill! The car, with the options that should be standard in this calibre of vehicle, cost much more than the suggested base model MSRP (45,600 vs. 54,000). I just can't wait for the break-in period to pass so I can see what the engine can really do. Overall the car is very responsive, quick on take off, and turns a lot of heads. The optional premium sound system by Harmon Kardon gets you SUPERB sound and the Command Center console, but will add about $1700.
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Replying to: myslk350 (Nov 11, 2004 11:56 am)
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With the strong demand for MB's coupes and convertibles as of late, the residuals for these must be quite high and very attractive to lease. Has anybody been quoted lease residuals and money factors for an SLK350? The SLK350 is a gorgeous car. billymay: Funny you had a bad experience with a 325Ci. It is totally who you talk to though. Everybody has different experiences. My Dad has an '04 X5 (which according to some is the red-headed step child of the BMW lineup) that he took delivery of in February with over 17K miles and hasn't had one hiccup. My friend's Dad has 2 S Class MBs, an '00 S430 and an '02 S500. They have each given him an immense amount of trouble. The COMMAND system on both cars went haywire after the warranties were up.
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Replying to: nyccarguy (Nov 14, 2004 6:07 pm) Both this SLK and the last were basically bought as weekend cars, and my M-B dealer is superb. ("When do you want to bring it in? Sure, no problem!") My current everyday driver is an '05 Jeep Liberty. We'll see how that goes. My '96 Grand Cherokee wasn't so hot. They cost less than half what an SLK does, so I'm more forgiving. I'm starting to view European cars as fun second cars (SLK, SL, 911) or dream cars (SLR, Carrera GT, GT2/3). For the most part, they're overkill -- I don't need 300 or 500hp to pick up the dry cleaning or go to the gym. So, when I apply that standard to the SLK350, it's a fast and gorgeous drop top (as you say) with a good warranty that in the long term is more maintenance/repair intensive. When I sold my last SLK to a private buyer, her everyday ride was a Lexus RX300, so I don't think I'm the only one who is starting to think this way. I do wish the German makers would make more of the complexity optional. I specifically did NOT order the new 7spd auto, power seats and some other items because the SLK is already complicated and not too lightweight. I drove someone else's '87 560SL last month, top down and, while the SLK would devour it on any track, the fun quotient was pretty good for a chassis that goes back to the late 1960s, IIRC. |
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Replying to: lee_w (May 07, 2004 8:59 am) |
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Replying to: smoothyazn (Nov 11, 2004 10:14 pm)
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I just worked out a deal for my new SLK350. I added the AMG package, Entertainmentw/DVD, Premium, Comfort, lighting and heating. Its a 7 spd, auto. in Iridium/Ash. I paid $1800 under MSRP. Didn't take much haggling and they had to trade with another dealer. I also get accessories at cost. I can't wait....its due in next week. |
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Replying to: bigciti (Dec 28, 2004 6:49 am) Cause in California they are selling like hot cakes and won't budge a pennie. I guess we pay higher for everything here. We just got ours this month and paid a hefty 55g's for one that's nicely loaded with everything but AMG pkg. But well worth the money spent to be one of the first. My girl friend got the launch edition and paid much more and has pretty much nothing but the name. But she did get her's before me and didn't have to wait. So that make's me feel a little better. I had to wait six months for my E-Class when it was re-designed so I got lucky with this one and only had to wait a month and a half. So congrats to you and welcome to the CLUB. I guess Santa was good to you with the discounts. Happy New Year!
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Replying to: slkhottie (Jan 01, 2005 7:32 pm)
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